In an unexpected but welcomed move, the head judge of the Court of First Instance ordered bail be set for Zack Shahin in the all cases now pending against him. Although another judge in Tuesday's hearing set July 15 and July 17 for judgment in two of the cases pending for Zack, this turn of events allows Shahin to suspend his hunger strike, be released from custody and more ably plan for further defense of the cases still pending, including those set for judgment. Release of Shahin is dependent on Shahin complying with the terms set by the judge. No timetable for his release has been established, and it is hoped that this action is in response to the statement issued by the U.S. Charge d'Affaires in the United Arab Emirates, L. Victor Hurtado last Friday.
No comments:
Post a Comment